Because of the horse's exceptionally perceptive and sensitive nature, he has the ability to detect sensory stimuli on the trail or in unfamiliar places that …
Learn the 5 daily tasks that are necessary for good horse keeping and the ways you can lighten your load, while keeping your horse-care tasks on schedule …
The horse endocrine system consists of a collection of small organs such as the pituitary and adrenal glands that produce hormones that regulate metabolism, …
Read this thoughtful article by a veterinarian who has had years of personal experience caring for horses and other animals to learn how to deal with the …
Conditioning helps strengthen the upper airways of the horse (nostrils, pharynx and larynx). Horses that have a slight respiratory noise at the beginning of conditioning often lose it as they get fitter.
Learn why your horse needs companionship and which animals make good non-human buddies to help keep your horse occupied and comfortable when you cannot be there …
Your local tack store has shelves loaded with various horse hoof treatments. What are they used for and do they really work? What works best for periodic hoof …
Feeding your horse is a major expense. Price ranges for feed and nutrients vary widely, and have increased in recent years due to higher grain costs. Learn how …
Evaluating the relationship of body fat to body musculature helps a horse owner determine the body score of a particular horse and is a helpful management tool …
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
The navicular bone and closely related structures (ligaments, bursa, tendons).
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
The man who does not love a horse cannot love a woman.
Spanish Proverb